Otis Craig - Realtor

10/11/2026

How to Compare Homes With Different Strengths and Tradeoffs
Sometimes the hardest choice isn't between a home you love and one you don't. It's between two homes that both work, just in completely different ways.
One may have the location you wanted but less storage. Another might have an extra bedroom but need more updating. You may prefer the yard at one property...

Two homes can be appealing for very different reasons. Compare their strengths, compromises, and long-term fit before deciding which works better.

10/09/2026

Explore Bend's September housing market trends, Awbrey Glen, October events, fall home tips and Central Oregon hiking in our October 2026 ADVISOR.

10/08/2026

Explore five exceptional homes for sale in Northwest Bend, including Awbrey Glen, Awbrey Village, Awbrey Woods, and Awbrey Butte. Discover luxury living, golf course communities, mountain views, outdoor recreation, and the unmatched Westside Bend lifestyle.

10/07/2026

Bend pending home sales fell 21.2% in September 2026 as mortgage rates climbed, price reductions increased and unsold listings rose 65%.

10/06/2026

Explore October 2026 events and fall activities in Bend and Central Oregon, including theater, dance, pumpkin picking, hiking and Halloween fun.

10/04/2026

Making Sense of Seasonal Changes in the Housing Market
Real estate activity tends to shift throughout the year, but that doesn't mean there's one season when everyone should buy. More homes may come on the market during certain months, while other times of year bring fewer listings and different levels of buyer competition.
Those changes are worth noticing....

Housing markets don't behave the same way all year. Learn what seasonal changes can mean for buyers without letting the calendar drive your decision.

09/22/2026

Bend Premier Managing Principal Broker Natalka Palmer has been named the 2026 REALTOR® of the Year by the Cascades East Association of REALTORS®.

09/22/2026

Hike from Pole Creek Trailhead to Camp Lake and the dry Chambers Lakes basins: nearly 17 miles, 2,600 feet of gain and a changing creek crossing.

09/20/2026

How to Evaluate a Home's Maintenance History
A home can look well cared for during a showing and still leave plenty of questions about how it has been maintained over the years. Fresh paint and an orderly yard are easy to notice. The condition and history of the systems behind the walls aren't always as obvious.
You don't need a complete record...

A home's maintenance history can reveal more than its current appearance. Learn what buyers can look for when reviewing repairs, updates, and major systems.

09/13/2026

What Buyers Should Know About Property Disclosure Forms
When you're buying a house, the disclosure form can be easy to skim past. It often arrives alongside other paperwork, but it can provide useful background on the property before you move further into the transaction.
What sellers must disclose varies by state, so the form isn't the same everywhere....

A property disclosure form can offer useful clues about a home's history and known issues. Buyers should know what the form can tell them, what it may leave out, and where an inspection still matters.